FRATER
Frater
The surname Frater is of ancient Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English word "freodor," meaning peace or safety. It is believed to have been an occupational surname, associated with someone who worked as a "brother" in a religious or fraternal organisation.
The Frater family has a long history in Britain, with records dating back to the medieval period. They were known to have been prominent in various regions across the country, particularly in Scotland and the north of England.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Frater have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of the Frater name in British history and society.
There are approximately 1,690 people named Frater in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,846th most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named Frater.
Surname type: Occupational name
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Carol
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Glynis
- Helen
- Joan
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Rebecca
- Susan
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